3463 - Strait of Georgia - Southern Portion Nautical Chart

The Salish Sea Mainstay: 3463 - Strait of Georgia (Southern Portion)

Navigate the busiest marine corridor on Canada’s West Coast with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3463 is the definitive "road map" for mariners, providing the extensive coverage and high-resolution data required for transiting the Southern Strait of Georgia.

Essential Detail for Commercial & Recreational Traffic

The Southern Strait of Georgia is a vital junction where international container ships, BC Ferries, and commercial tugs meet a high density of recreational sailboats and powerboats. CHS Chart 3463 provides the precise data required for safe coastal pilotage:

• Strategic 1:80,000 Scale: Offers a comprehensive view of the strait, bridging the gap between the Fraser River Delta and the sheltered passages of the Southern Gulf Islands.

• Major Shipping Lane Accuracy: Clearly identifies the Traffic Separation Schemes (TSS) and anchorage areas essential for vessels entering the Port of Vancouver or the Roberts Bank Superport.

• Fraser River Approaches: Provides critical bathymetry and topography for the shifting sands of the Fraser River mouth and the navigation aids surrounding the Sand Heads.

• Hazard & Shoal Identification: Explicitly marks submerged rocks, reefs, and navigational aids along the coastlines of Galiano, Valdes, and the Sechelt Peninsula, ensuring safe passage through the technical fringes of the strait.

The Professional Standard for Strait of Georgia Safety

As the primary navigational reference for the southern Salish Sea, the reliability of Chart 3463 is paramount. Whether you are a professional pilot on a deep-sea vessel, a commercial fisherman, or a recreational boater crossing from the mainland to Vancouver Island, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to move from port to port with total confidence.